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OPPO and OnePlus have kicked off their monthly ColorOS update for June 2026, and it’s a fairly packed one. The rollout is currently live in China, with more devices set to get it by the end of the month.What’s interesting here is that this isn’t just for ColorOS 16 users. Even people still running ColorOS 13 on Android 13 are getting some of these changes, which is a nice touch for anyone holding onto an older device.Lock Screen Island Now Plays MusicThe Lock Screen Island has picked up support for KuGou Music, complete with full screen lyrics. If you’ve used…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Monday, June 15, 2026, 13:30 [IST] OnePlus is expanding its smartphone portfolio in India with the introduction of the new N Series, a lineup aimed at strengthening its presence in the highly competitive budget and mid-range segments.The new series is expected to cater to young consumers looking for reliable smartphones without stretching their budgets, while helping OnePlus reach a broader audience in one of its most important markets.OnePlus N6 Launch, Availability, and Expected Price RangeThe first smartphone under the new lineup, the OnePlus N6, is scheduled to launch in India on June 30.The OnePlus N6 will…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Monday, June 15, 2026, 9:40 [IST] Vivo has started revealing key details about its next-generation foldable smartphone, the Vivo X Fold 6, ahead of its anticipated launch in China later this month. The company has already confirmed that the device will mark a major shift for its foldable lineup by adopting MediaTek’s flagship Dimensity 9500 chipset instead of the Snapdragon platform that powered previous Vivo foldables.Recent teasers shared by Vivo Product Vice President Huang Tao and Vivo Communication Technology Product Manager Han Boxia have shed more light on the foldable’s design, camera capabilities, display technology, and…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 9:22 [IST] Samsung’s Galaxy A27 has appeared in several leaks, showing renders and detailed specifications. The remaining unknown detail, the price, has now surfaced. In the Eurozone, the Galaxy A27 is expected at €349 for 6GB RAM with 128GB storage. The 8GB RAM with 256GB storage version is reportedly set at €439.Pricing indicates a jump over the Galaxy A26 launch figures. The previous model started at €299 for 6GB RAM and 128GB storage. The higher A26 variant launched at €369 with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage. This means the Galaxy A27 base…

-Kabir Jain Updated: Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 12:35 [IST] Realme has launched the P4R 5G in India, adding a new option to the budget 5G smartphone segment. The device’s biggest highlight is its 8,000mAh battery, paired with a MediaTek Dimensity 6300 processor, a 144Hz display, and a 50MP rear camera.The smartphone will go on sale from June 17 through Flipkart and Realme’s online store. While the base variant carries a retail price of Rs 18,999, launch offers bring the effective starting price down to Rs 16,999 for a limited period.Battery Life Takes PriorityThe Realme P4R 5G is built around an…

oi -Carlsen Martin Updated: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 8:04 [IST] The Motorola Edge 70 Pro+ is set to go on sale in India for the first time today. To recall, the Edge 70 Pro Plus made its debut in India last week as the fourth phone in the series, following the Moto Edge 70, Edge 70 Fusion, and Edge 70 Pro.The Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus features a MediaTek chipset, three 50MP cameras, a vibrant 1.5K OLED display, a sizeable silicon carbon battery with both wired and wireless fast charging support, and tough exterior.Motorola Edge 70 Pro Plus Price and…

-Carlsen Martin Updated: Thursday, June 11, 2026, 13:06 [IST] OnePlus is building interest in its next budget smartphone, sharing a cryptic teaser across social media. The campaign points toward an affordable device aimed at value-focused buyers, and early indications suggest India will be a priority market for this launch.Listing clues on the Amazon India site hint that the phone may carry the name OnePlus N6. The device is said to sit below the Rs. 20,000 mark, placing it in direct competition with other entry-level and lower mid-range options popular in India.OnePlus N6 Teaser and Budget Smartphone DesignThe shared teaser image…

oi -Kabir Jain Published: Friday, June 12, 2026, 11:22 [IST] Vivo has started revealing more details about the X Fold 6 ahead of its launch later this month, and one of the biggest announcements so far revolves around the processor.The company has confirmed that the foldable will feature a customized version of MediaTek’s upcoming Dimensity 9500 chipset. Called the Dimensity 9500 Super Edition, the processor was reportedly developed jointly by Vivo and MediaTek over nearly two years.While smartphone brands occasionally receive customized versions of flagship chips, Vivo says this one has been tuned specifically for the way foldables are used.Vivo…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Friday, June 12, 2026, 11:47 [IST] The OPPO Reno 16 series is expected to make its debut in India and globally next month. To recall, the Reno 16 and Reno 16 Pro were unveiled in China last month, although rumours suggest that a Reno 16 FS model might also launch in India.Ahead of the official announcement, the upcoming lineup has reportedly surfaced on a European retailer’s website, revealing the expected pricing, colour options, and storage variants of multiple models, including the Oppo Reno 16, Reno 16 Pro, and Reno 16 FS.OPPO Reno 16 Series Global Pricing…

oi -Carlsen Martin Published: Saturday, June 13, 2026, 8:25 [IST] The smartphone industry may be heading toward a new era of higher prices, according to Nothing co-founder and CEO Carl Pei. In a series of posts on X, Pei claimed that soaring memory costs, driven largely by the booming artificial intelligence (AI) sector, could push smartphone prices significantly higher through 2026.For years, smartphone brands benefited from falling component costs, particularly for memory and displays. This allowed manufacturers to offer better specifications without dramatically increasing retail prices. However, Pei believes that trend has now come to an end.Memory Costs Become a…